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Old 05-21-2024, 11:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Michael G. View Post
Not going to the beach much here in Florida, except to entertain visitors.

I'm not surprised by parking fees which I get considering the value of beach front property.

But why a charge to use a public beach in Florida?
Aren't beaches public land?
Is the charge used to clean-up after the public pigs?
Do condo associations and Retail businesses pay for the cleanup?

Just surprised I guess
Fort Island Gulf Beach has free access to the beach & free parking. Amenities include a concession stand, restrooms, and covered picnic tables. Anyway, I don't have a problem paying an entrance or parking fee at some state parks, beaches, etc. Somebody has to maintain these beaches & parks. The money has to come from somewhere & without these reasonable fees , the entire cost would fall to the taxpayers.